The Shamrock Shuffle

Considering the recent outbreak of the Coronavirus COVID-19, on the strong recommendation of the CDC and state government officials, the Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty is cancelling its March 14th Shamrock Shuffle 5k/10k & Community Block Party. The health and safety of participants and the community is our top priority. Please check our Facebook Page and website for additional details regarding a Virtual Shamrock Shuffle run, and t-shirt pick-up details.

Each year, the Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty holds this event to encourage and support community connection and philanthropy.  Total event proceeds from The Shamrock Shuffle are invested back into the community through annual grants to support local nonprofit organizations and participating Shuffle Gives Back Charity Teams. Please consider contributing your event registration fee to the Community Foundation in support of local charities.

The Community Foundation will establish a Community Health Fund to respond to current and future community health needs, enabling us to respond to the effects of this public health crisis through activities like health screenings, senior citizen services, and food pantry staples.  Please consider donating here.

Thank you for your understanding and generous support!

How can I participate in the Virtual Run?

Choose mileage/run tracking app or your choice
Run the Shamrock Shuffle distance you registered for (i.e. 5k or 10k) This can be done anywhere (even on your treadmill!), anytime between 3/14 - 3/29. 
Share your run on Facebook and tag Shamrock Shuffle West Chester. Get creative! Video of you running, time lapse of the whole run with results, pictures of yourself showing your Shamrock Shuffle spirit, use our hashtag #ShamrockShuffle2020
We will be offering prizes to randomly drawn participants, so keep an eye on our Facebook page!  No rank awards; just pride in supporting your community and choosing a healthy lifestyle.
 

How to Record Your Virtual Run Time:

·         Click on this link - http://bit.ly/shufflevirtualrace

·         Hit the “Submit My Time” button, and search for your name.

·         An email will be sent to the email address associated with your registration.

·         Click the link in the email to record your race time.

·         After your time is submitted, you can click on “View All Results” to see your ranking among other participants!

When can I pick up my race packet?

Individual participants may come pick up their race packet (shirt, medal, cups) April 6th - April 10th from 10 AM to 5 PM.  Pick up location will be the Community Foundation office: 8366 Princeton Glendale Rd. West Chester 45069, Park National Bank building 2nd floor. If you would like to pick up for 10+ people please email a list of names and sizes to karen.gibbs@wclfoundation.org with when you plan to come by. 

Charity Teams or Sponsor Groups may send one or two people to pick up for the whole group today (3/13) until 5 PM or any day next week from 10 AM - 5 PM.

At this point, we are just trying to limit the influx of people to our office based on recommendations from state government officials and the CDC. 

Will the Charity Team I registered on still receive a grant?

Yes! Charity Team grants will still be calculated based on the number of registrants on the team. If you request a refund, however, we will have to deduct your registration from the team total which will reduce their grant funding. Final Charity Team grants will be calculated beginning the week of 3/23. 

What about refunds?

We ask you to carefully consider your refund request, as 100% of event proceeds benefit the registered Charity Teams and local nonprofit organizations. We keep ZERO in operating dollars. The more refunds we process the more these groups will be missing out on needed support, particularly at a time when they may have to cancel their own fundraising events due to the current public health crisis. If you submit a refund request, also keep in mind that you will not be able to pick up your race packet or participate in the Shamrock Shuffle Virtual Run. Below is the link to request a refund. Please fill out the form for each person for whom you would like refunded. Refund requests will be accepted through Friday 3/20 at 12:00 noon.  It may take up to 4 weeks to fully process refunds. Processing fees will be deducted from your refund. 

http://bit.ly/shuffle2020refund 

About the Shamrock Shuffle

The Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty's Shamrock Shuffle is a 5k/10k Race and Community Block Party hosting more than 5000 attendees on The Square @ Union Centre in West Chester. Proceeds support the Community Foundation’s Community Grants Fund and ongoing operations, as well as the many different nonprofit organizations who register a team through the Shuffle Gives Back program. Last year, the Shamrock Shuffle raised more than $110,000 and granted $32,000 back to participating charity teams. The Shamrock Shuffle has become a great community-building event. Runners, families, school groups, businesses, charities, and local restaurants join together to raise dollars for the causes they care about. 

About the Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty

The Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty is a 501c3 nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in West Chester and Liberty Townships. We are the philanthropic resource for local giving and, since our grassroots establishment in 1999, have grown to manage more than $15M across 185+ funds. Community foundations are designed to accept contributions from people that wish to make a lasting difference in their community. The organized efforts of community foundations result in the collection and distribution of funds that greatly benefit local communities through grants and gifts to local charities and charitable community projects. By collaborating with local government, nonprofit organizations, business leaders and you, our neighbors, we are creating a vibrant community now – and for future generations. To learn more about the Community Foundation of West Chester Liberty, please visit www.wclfoundation.com